When people think of eating disorders, the two most common conditions that come to mind are anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. However, these are not the only eating disorders that exist. There are actually several conditions that all fall under the umbrella of eating disorders. Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder is one of these conditions, and…
There is not one blanket solution for treating drug addiction or helping someone learn how to overcome alcoholism. Each person’s situation is different, so a variety of methodologies and activities are used to address an individual’s needs. In addition to traditional types of treatment for drug addiction such as counseling, therapy, abstinence, and exercise, other…
In today’s society, there is a lot of pressure on people to look a certain way. Social media and advertisements have only amplified this focus. The desire to control one’s weight can quickly spiral into an eating disorder such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating, or other conditions. Some anorexia nervosa statistics from the…
Crossroads for Women has been providing high-quality, individualized treatment for addiction to women for more than 40 years. Gender-responsive care has been a cornerstone of supporting clients in making the most of their recovery. Over the years, Crossroads for Women has treated many women who have also been struggling with eating disorders in addition to…
Addiction is a disease that does not discriminate; it affects people of all genders, ages, races, ethnicities, professions, and socioeconomic classes. In addition, addiction affects everyone, not just the person with a substance use disorder. Spouses, children, and relatives feel the impact too as they deal with the stress, uncertainty, and disorder that substance misuse…
Every day we see hundreds of images of people in television, movies, advertisements, and our own community. It is very easy to fall into the trap of comparing oneself to others, and negative body image has become a common practice for many of us. Despite knowing it’s not a healthy practice, it’s tough to avoid…
Substance use disorders can develop quickly and have a profound impact on the life you once knew, changing everything from who you spend time with to where you go to what you do. Entering a women’s recovery program can help you to regain control of your life and remember who you wanted to be. It…
Substance use disorders do not affect just the person in active addiction – they affect the entire family and everyone who interacts with the person. As a loved one, it can be hard to resist the urge to blame yourself for their addiction or feel as though you played some part in it. But you…
When it comes to treating substance use disorders, there are many addiction treatment centers in Maine to choose from. Each of these facilities offers different approaches and strategies for recovery. There has been a surge in treatment facilities, sober living communities, and outpatient clinics that offer medication-assisted treatment (MAT) throughout Maine, but these are not…
Addiction does not discriminate. It affects people of all genders, ages, races, religions, professions, and socioeconomic statuses. However, it is not uncommon to see more men seeking addiction treatment as opposed to women. This has been a common trend for decades. In recent years, more women have begun to enter treatment, especially with more gender-responsive…
